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Philosophy Department at Northeastern Illinois University

Philosophy Department at Northeastern Illinois University

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This is the page of Northeastern Illinois University's Philosophy Program.

NEIU's Philosophy Program has been thinking the big thoughts since 1970 or before, depending on your views on corporate identity. If you're an alumnus, stick with us for updates about what's going on in our program. If you're a student--join us for an intellectual adventure through the wonderful world of ideas.

Photos from Philosophy Department at Northeastern Illinois University's post 08/06/2026

This past year we have been delighted by how many NEIU Philosophy Alumni have stopped by campus to visit! One of the most rewarding things for our department is to catch up with alumni and hear about their experiences post graduation. It is immensely rewarding for us to see how they are applying what they learned at NEIU.

Big thanks to Steven Tetzlaff, May 2024 graduate, for visiting us yesterday! Steven served in the National Guard for 8 years and then studied at Oakton College for 2 years. He transferred to NEIU where he began to study philosophy. Steven currently works as Security at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

07/30/2026

Fall 2026 courses are quickly approaching! Whether you need a class for your minor, major, elective requirement, or a gen ed requirement, we have you covered.

Reach out to your advisor and register for classes by clicking the link in our bio.

07/22/2026
07/15/2026

Fall 2026 courses are quickly approaching! Whether you need a Gen Ed course, a course to fulfill your major requirement, or if you are simply interested in philosophy, please reach out to us.

Reach out to your advisor and click the link in our bio to register.

07/10/2026

Introducing Theresa Cheriachangel, a psychotherapist at Sound Mind Counseling. Watch the video to hear how NEIU’s rigorous Philosophy Program and accessible professors helped prepare her for further education at Northwestern University’s MA in Counseling Program.

Click the link below to watch the full video!
https://youtu.be/20f6NvNCYZ4

06/01/2026

Dr. Ali Kaveh Aenehzodaee, Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Harper College, presented “On Tact” in April. He explores the importance of communicating with others thoughtfully by choosing the right words and navigating conversational predicaments with care. Watch the video to hear Kaveh’s highlights and insights on the role tact plays in everyday interactions.

Stay tuned for upcoming colloquiua this fall!

Click the link below to watch the full video.
https://youtu.be/v-ToTxZ-BoE?si=JSlEe8f9kHj5z94i

05/27/2026

NEIU's Philosophy Program offers both a major (B.A. degree) in Philosophy and minor in Philosophy. As a student of philosophy, you’re as sure to learn something about the age-old ideas of Plato and Aristotle as the debates about the science, gender, class and race that animate contemporary philosophy. You are also certain to acquire practical and in-demand skills such as critical thinking, persuasive writing, and problem solving.

Watch the video to hear from our students, alumni, faculty, and philosophers from around the world!

Interested in Philosophy? Click the link below!
https://forms.gle/RJqgeSY3MYBBXWJ48

05/18/2026

Jeanette Hernandez, Administrative Aide in the World Languages and Culture Department and a 2001 graduate of the Philosophy Department, reflects on her time as a philosophy student. She shares insights from her experiences in the program and learning about the work of Hannah Arendt (which we have a course on this summer!).

Click the link below to watch the full video.
https://youtu.be/74zogRa-TpA

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